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NZVA news
NZVA joins international experts raising awareness about the impact of extreme body conformations on canine health and welfare
Dog owners are being encouraged to think carefully before choosing a pet with extreme conformations – protruding eyes, deep skin folds, and twisted legs - that can lead to long-term suffering and costly veterinary bills.
Celebrating the essential role of Aotearoa’s vets this World Veterinary Day
To mark World Veterinary Day, the New Zealand Veterinary Association Te Pae Kīrehe (NZVA) is celebrating the country’s veterinarians and the important role they play across the globe in keeping both animals and humans safe.
Babesia gibsoni detected in two dogs in Canterbury
Biosecurity New Zealand is investigating after the exotic red blood cell parasite Babesia gibsoni was detected in two dogs in the Canterbury region. Babesia gibsoni is an unwanted and notifiable organism in New Zealand.
Keep dogs away from human treats this Easter to prevent emergency treatment
If chocolate, hot cross buns, and Easter egg hunts are on your agenda this long weekend, make sure they are kept well away from your dog to help avoid an urgent trip to the emergency veterinarian.
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2024 NZVA and NZVNA Conference
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19-21 June 2024
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